U.S. Citizens in Brazil

U.S. Citizens in Brazil

5/28/2025, 10:12:54 AM

Travel Alert - Do Not Travel to Venezuela for any reason and avoid Venezuelan borders with Colombia, Brazil, and Guyana.  The U.S. government warns U.S. citizens against travel to Venezuela for any reason. Venezuela has the highest Travel Advisory level – Level 4: Do Not Travel – due to severe risks to Americans including wrongful detention, torture in detention, terrorism, kidnapping, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, crime, civil unrest, and poor health infrastructure.  More U.S. nationals are currently wrongfully detained in Venezuela than in any other country.  Other foreign nationals in Venezuela are also frequently unjustly detained.  U.S. citizens in Venezuela should depart immediately. For more information, click: https://br.usembassy.gov/do-not-travel-to-venezuela-for-any-reason-and-avoid-venezuelan-borders-with-colombia-brazil-and-guyana/ Versão em Português: https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/nao-viaje-para-a-venezuela-por-qualquer-motivo-e-evite-as-fronteiras-venezuelanas-com-a-colombia-brasil-e-guiana/

U.S. Citizens in Brazil

5/30/2025, 5:36:07 PM

Travel Advisory: Brazil *Updated to add risk indicator for kidnapping.* Exercise increased caution in Brazil due to  *crime and kidnapping* . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. For more information, click: https://br.usembassy.gov/travel-advisory-brazil/ Versão em Português: https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/aviso-de-viagem-brasil/

U.S. Citizens in Brazil

6/11/2025, 12:04:53 PM

Message for U.S. Citizens: United States Mission to Brazil Health Alert – June 11, 2025 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Global Travel Health Notice for Measles. According to CDC, measles is an ongoing risk around the world, and more international travelers are getting infected.  For more information, click: http://br.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-united-states-mission-to-brazil-health-alert-june-11-2025/ Versão em Português: https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/mensagem-aos-cidadaos-americanos-missao-dos-estados-unidos-no-brasil-alerta-de-saude-11-de-junho-de-2025/

U.S. Citizens in Brazil

2/13/2025, 6:42:19 PM

Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Officer visiting Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, on March 17-18, 2025, to provide limited services to U.S. Citizens Location: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais Consular representatives from U.S. Embassy Brasilia will be in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, on Monday and Tuesday, March 17-18. A consular officer will be available to meet with U.S. citizens to accept U.S. passport and Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) applications and to provide notarial services. For a full list of services, please consult the U.S. Mission website. For more information, click: https://br.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-consular-officer-visiting-belo-horizonte-minas-gerais-on-march-17-18-2025-to-provide-limited-services-to-u-s-citizens/ Versão em Português: https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/mensagem-aos-cidadaos-americanos-visita-de-oficial-consular-a-belo-horizonte-17-e-18-de-marco-de-2025-para-servicos-limitados-a-cidadaos-americanos/

U.S. Citizens in Brazil

2/4/2025, 10:26:18 AM

Security Alert: Carnival and Drugging-Dating Scam 2025 Location: Countrywide   Event: As the 2025 Carnival season kicks off, U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant while enjoying festivities throughout Brazil.  We encourage everyone to consider the following steps for your own safety.     Actions to Take:    • Be aware of your surroundings.  Avoid walking alone, especially at night.    • Keep windows closed when inside a vehicle.     • Do not wear expensive jewelry or carry large amounts of cash.     • Avoid favelas at all times, even in the context of street parties/blocos.   • Be alert to date drug scams.  Criminals target foreigners through dating apps or at bars before drugging and robbing their victims.  Do not accept drinks from strangers.     • Do not leave drinks unattended.  • Trust your instincts, prioritize safety, and travel in pairs or groups.     • Stay informed.  Monitor the media for the latest security developments.     • Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.  Criminals are often armed.  Your life is far more valuable than your personal possessions.    • Report any criminal activity first to local police and then contact us at the numbers listed below if you need assistance.   For more information, click: https://br.usembassy.gov/security-alert-carnival-and-drugging-dating-scam-2025/ Versão em Português:https://br.usembassy.gov/pt/alerta-de-seguranca-carnaval-e-golpe-de-drogas-e-de-encontros-2025/